Undergraduate Intern - In search of bioactive molecules Kew Gardens, England
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Undergraduate Intern - In search of bioactive molecules
Project title: In search of bioactive molecules: Uncovering the terpenoid diversity in the plant genus Achillea
The genus Achillea comprises c. 134 species including the medicinal plant yarrow (Achillea millefolium). However, there is a knowledge gap on the diversity of terpenoids (diterpenoids and triterpenoids) across the genus and whether the number of genomes present within a species (i.e. ploidy level) impacts the terpenoid profile. These gaps are impeding research on understanding the diversification of terpenoids within the genus and their medicinal potential.
This project aims to address these knowledge gaps by investigating terpenoid diversity across the genus Achillea. It takes advantage of Kew’s extensive collections (Herbarium, Living, Seed) to provide material for state-of-the-art chemical analysis, and expertise in understanding the impact of polyploidy and plant evolutionary relationships.
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The intern will be an undergraduate studying bioscience, chemistry, or a subject related to this project. During their university course, they will have gained experience of practical laboratory-based experiments, including techniques in chemistry.
Please see the Undergraduate (Sandwich) Intern job profile together with the project specific requirements attached.
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.
We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.
Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.
The salary will be £19,582 per annum (+725 book allowance).
Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.
If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
No agencies please.
